Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan at a glance
Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan is a 2-day, 1-night tour package in Egypt, run by Evaya Getaways. The price per person depends on the season and on the size of your group: $229–$289 for groups of 9–16, $269–$339 for groups of 5–8, $329–$419 for groups of 2–4 and $499–$629 for a single traveler. You can book online by card or send a booking request first.
Duration
2 days / 1 night
Type
Tour package · Multi-Day Trips
Price
$329–$419 per person (2-4 people)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 30 days before
Booking
Online by card, or a booking request with no payment
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Journey Overview
Discover the beauty of Fayoum on this fabulous 2-day tour! Explore its stunning natural lakes and delve into the historical ruins from Pharaonic times. Visit the fascinating skeletons of whales in Wadi Hitan and much more, all while immersing yourself in the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of this unique region.
Your Journey
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Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to accompany you for a visit to the famous sites of El Fayoum. Start your visit with Lake Qaroun, where you can see an amazing array of migratory birds. Lake Qaroun is the 3rd largest lake in Egypt and is reportedly one of the oldest natural lakes in the world. Enjoy a lunch break before continuing your journey to Wadi El Rayyan, a protected area featuring stunning waterfalls connected by two lakes. Next, visit Medinet Madi, where the main temple was built by Pharaohs Amenemhet III and completed by Amenemhet IV, dedicated to the Crocodile God Sobek and Serpent Goddess Renenutet. Finally, explore Wadi Al Hitan, also known as Whale Valley, a protected landscape that contains many fossil remains of extinct whales. Overnight camping in Wadi Al Hitan. Meals: Lunch and Dinner
After enjoying breakfast, continue exploring Wadi Al Hitan. On the way, take the opportunity to see Mudawara Mountain. Journey to Qasr Qaroun, the remains of the Greco-Roman City of Dinysios, where the temple dedicated to the God Sobek features a unique structure with rooms and staircases leading to the roof—an exceptional feature among Egypt’s temples. Then, visit Karanis, a town where two temples were built to worship the God Sobek, Petesouchos and Pnepheros, which contain the remarkable house of the Crocodile. After this fascinating tour, transfer back to Cairo. Meals: Breakfast Additional Helpful Information Our cars include limousine, HIACE & minivan, all A/C We recommend you wear sunglasses Always carry a bottle of water Wear suitable shoes for comfort Use sunscreen in summer Wear light clothing due to high temperatures in summer Your group will have private participation Wear long trousers in winter Bring a jacket for winter evenings Accepted currencies: USD, Euro, English Pound, and Egyptian Pound Rest assured, we are a Professional Registered Company All our Egyptologist Guides are Qualified and Fully Licensed Our private cars are comfortable with professional drivers All our Clients are Insured No special dress code is required This is an easy-to-get-around tour Baby seats and seat belts are available in all vehicles The distance from Cairo to Fayoum is approximately 2:30 hours. The distance from Wadi Hitan to Wadi El Rayyan is approximately 45 minutes. You can change your tour to another day if needed Tipping is at your discretion based on satisfaction with the service Pricing Adult (Age 12 and more) Child (Age 2 to 11) Infant (Age 0 to 2) Single $633.00 $317.00 free 2 Persons $383.00 $192.00 free 4 persons $329.00 $165.00 free 7 persons $284.00 $143.00 free Price Policy Our prices are quoted in USD, but we also accept Euros and Sterling. The prices are per person and per trip, except during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. You can easily change the currency by clicking the icon at the bottom of the page. Children Policy Ages 0 - 1.99: Free of charge Ages 2 - 11.99: Pay 50% of the tour price Ages 12 and above: Pay the full tour price as an adult Note: For domestic flights included in your tour, children aged 0-2 incur a fee of $15. Children aged 2 and above are classified as adults. Payment Policy A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required. During peak times (Christmas, New Year, and Easter), the deposit increases to 50%. Payment can be made via bank transfer (details will be provided), Western Union, or online. Cancellation Policy Cancellation fees are as follows: More than 1 week in advance: No cancellation fee 3 to 6 days in advance: 50% cancellation fee Within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee Important: All flights require a 100% cancellation fee. Tipping If you are satisfied with the services provided, it is customary to give a gratuity, although you are not obligated to do so.
Prices & Seasons
Group Size
May - Sep
Oct 1 - Dec 19
Dec 20 - Jan 4
Jan 5 - Apr 30
9-16 People
$229
$259
$289
$249
5-8 People
$269
$309
$339
$289
2-4 People
$329
$379
$419
$359
Single Traveler
$499
$569
$629
$539
May - Sep
9-16 People$229
5-8 People$269
2-4 People$329
Single Traveler$499
Oct 1 - Dec 19
9-16 People$259
5-8 People$309
2-4 People$379
Single Traveler$569
Dec 20 - Jan 4
9-16 People$289
5-8 People$339
2-4 People$419
Single Traveler$629
Jan 5 - Apr 30
9-16 People$249
5-8 People$289
2-4 People$359
Single Traveler$539
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Tour Policies
Children
Children under 6: free
Ages 6-11: 50% off
Ages 12 and over: full price
Payment
25% deposit to confirm your booking
Full payment 30 days before departure
Booked less than 30 days before departure: full payment when you book
Multiple payment methods accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 30 days before
50% fee 15-29 days before
No refund within 14 days
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan?
The Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan lasts 2 days / 1 night. The day-by-day program is shown on this page.
How much does the Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan cost?
The price per person depends on the season and on the size of your group: $229–$289 for groups of 9–16, $269–$339 for groups of 5–8, $329–$419 for groups of 2–4 and $499–$629 for a single traveler. The booking form on this page shows the 2-4 people price for your date; for another group size, send a booking request and we confirm the price for your group. The "Prices & Seasons" table lists every season. Prices are in US dollars.
Can I cancel the Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan?
Free cancellation up to 30 days before. 50% fee 15-29 days before. No refund within 14 days.
Do children pay less?
Children under 6: free. Ages 6-11: 50% off. Ages 12 and over: full price.
How do I book the Private Overnight Trip: to Fayoum Natural Lakes - Wadi Hitan &Wadi El Rayyan?
Choose your date and number of travelers in the booking form on this page, then pay online by Visa or Mastercard, or send a booking request with no payment. The Evaya Getaways team confirms by email or WhatsApp (+44 7337 684511).
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